A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can also mean a diagnosis for loneliness. Though remaining social continues to be vitally important for people with dementia, a variety …Read More
Category: Dementia Care
Activities That Improve Self-Esteem in Dementia Patients
August 25, 2023
What gets you up out of bed each day? Most of us have an extensive to-do list that propels us to get the day started. …Read More
Adapt Activities for Dementia Patients to Enhance Independence
June 16, 2023
If you are caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease, you could be inclined to do whatever you can for the person to help relieve the …Read More
Alzheimer’s and Fear of Being Alone: Coping With Shadowing
May 12, 2023
Primary caregivers for people with dementia are often all too familiar with the challenge of trying to take a quiet minute or two alone – …Read More
Do Memory Loss and Hearing Loss Go Hand-in-Hand?
March 24, 2023
When checking in on Mom, you find the TV is blaring, and she is asking you to repeat what you’ve just said, or to speak …Read More
Symptoms That May Mean Alzheimer’s in a Senior Loved One
February 24, 2023
You cannot quite put your finger on it, but you have started to observe some differences in Mom’s habits lately. She is somewhat more forgetful …Read More
Expert Tips for Dementia Caregivers
November 11, 2022
Providing care for someone with dementia can feel as complicated as trying to wrap your mind around quantum physics. It involves attempting to make sense …Read More
Reducing Dementia Agitation With Sensory Activities
September 23, 2022
Swift mood changes are hallmark of dementia, and can be challenging for family caregivers to navigate. One moment you are enjoying a nice activity together, …Read More
Coping with False Allegations from a Family Member with Alzheimer’s Disease
July 22, 2022
Imagine having a nice afternoon with a family member with dementia, listening to music and working on a puzzle together, when suddenly the person’s mood …Read More
Fun Activities for Alzheimer’s Patients at Home
March 25, 2022
Keeping active and involved in meaningful pursuits is vital for our mental health. We all need to feel both needed and successful. This feeling does …Read More